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Home My WebLink About2011-04-27 - City Commission Regular Meeting MinutesCITY OF TAMARAC REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 2011 CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Bushnell called the regular meeting of the City Commission to order at 9:03 a.m. on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 in City Commission Chambers, Tamarac City Hall, 7525 NW 88 Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321. PRESENT: Mayor Pamela Bushnell, Vice Mayor Michelle J. Gomez, Commissioner Marion Swenson, Commissioner Diane Glasser and Commissioner Harry Dressler. ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Michael C. Cernech, Assistant City Attorney Julie Klahr and City Clerk Peter M.J. Richardson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Diane Glasser led the Pledge of Allegiance 1. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS: a. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Pamela Bushnell proclaiming May 2011 as "Building Safety Month". (Requested by Chief Building Official/Director Claudio Grande) b. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Pamela Bushnell proclaiming the week of May 1 - 7, 2011 as "Municipal Clerks Week". (Requested by City Clerk Peter M. J. Richardson, CRM, CMC) c. Presentation to the Mayor and Commission of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners Emerald Award in the Environmental Practices Category. (Requested by Public Works Director Jack Strain) d. Presentation of a proclamation by Mayor Pamela Bushnell proclaiming the week of May 1-7, 2011 as "Public Services Week". (Requested by City Manager Michael C. Cernech) e. APRIL EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS: 5-Year Awards: Sharda Jomant, Office Coordinator, Building; Samira Shalan, Senior Engineer, Public Works; Bertram Bowe, Building Maintenance Technician, Public Works Brian Finneran, Water Plant Operator A, Utilities; Beth -Ann Fraser, Recreation Assistant/PT, Parks & Recreation 10-Year Awards: Michael Gresek, Special Projects Coordinator, Finance; Judith Henry, Administrative Coordinator, Human Resources; Michael Morrison, Service Worker II, Public Works; Marjorie Irizarry, Office Specialist, Utilities; Charles Moss, Water system Operator III, Utilities; Anthony Fontanez, Wastewater Service Worker II, Utilities; Theresa Backer, Recreation Program II, Parks & Recreation; Regina McCremmon-Sneed, Bus Driver, Parks & Recreation; Denton Robinson, Bus Driver, Parks & Recreation Page 1 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING April 27, 2011 20-Year Awards: Deborah DeCrane, Executive Assistant, City Commission; Fran Oney, Laboratory Manager, Utilities 30- Year Awards: John Dowling, Driver Engineer EMT, Fire Rescue 2. MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSIONER'S REPORTS: a. Commissioner Swenson: - Expressed congratulations to the City Clerk's Office for their receipt of the proclamation recognizing the week of May 1-7, 2011 as Municipal Clerk's Week in the City of Tamarac. - Congratulated all of the employees recognized at this morning for their respective awards in recognition of service to residents of the City of Tamarac. Noted that she had attended project meetings in Districts 1, 2 and 4 and also had enjoyed the opportunity to attend a number of homeowners association meetings during the past two weeks. b. Vice Mayor Gomez - Congratulated all of the City employees who received their service awards earlier this morning. - Expressed appreciation to all of the City staff and participants at recent project meetings held during the past few weeks. - Noted that Mayor Bushnell, Commissioner Glasser and herself had enjoyed the opportunity to attend the Now and Then Band concert held on April 15 h at the Sports Complex. - Stated that she had recently attended the North Lauderdale Days event, including the carnival and concert. c. Commissioner Glasser Reported that the Ethics Task Force of the Broward League of Cities had recently provided a briefing to legal staff, including the County Attorney for the Broward County Board of Commissioners, regarding the proposed ethics ordinance. - Also noted that she had recently attended a meeting of the Area Agency on Aging regarding ongoing funding challenges relative to the provision of services to the elderly and related fund-raising efforts. Page 2 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING April 27, 2011 - Stated that it had been her pleasure to attend the recent Broward League of Cities dinner were a number of local students had received scholarships to continue their academic studies. - Noted that she had attended a recent Town Hall meeting hosted by U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman -Schultz, the recently named Chairperson of the Democratic National Committee. - Also noted that she had enjoyed attending the concert in the park with the Now and Then band and the opportunity to dance and enjoy the festivities with Mayor Bushnell and Vice Mayor Gomez. d. Commissioner Dressler - Reported that the District 4 community information meeting last night regarding a proposed joint partnership for Woodmont signage had been very well received by most attendees and participants. Noted that he was very pleased to report that the Investment Advisory Committee had recently met and reviewed the City's financial status, which was very positive on a cash flow basis, although interest rate yields are very low. e. Mayor Bushnell Expressed appreciation to all of the City staff representatives and her fellow City Commissioners for attending the recent project meetings held throughout the City of Tamarac. - Noted that she had attended the recent memorial service for Jack Tobin. Mayor Bushnell said that she only knew Mr. Tobin briefly, but it was very obvious that he had touched many lives in a positive manner. - Reported that she had attended the recent grand opening for the new Menchies Frozen Yogurt Shop along with Vice Mayor Gomez. - Noted that she had enjoyed the opportunity to attend the recent concert in the park with the Now and Then band. Also stated that she had attended a meeting in District 1 with recently appointed City Commissioner Swenson. - Noted that the new Golden Corral and John's Pizza and Pasta Restaurants had recently opened locations in Tamarac. She also noted that the Krispy Kreme donut shop would be opening in the near future. 3. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT: Assistant City Attorney Klahr had no report. Page 3 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING April 27, 2011 4. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: Mr. Cernech said that the Building Department reported that plans for a major renovation to the existing Winn -Dixie store at University Drive and McNab Road were recently submitted for review by City staff. He also said that the building permit for the new Chase Bank at the corner of Pine Island Drive and Southgate Boulevard was recently issued by Building Division staff. Mr. Cernech also reported that the demolition permit for the former Steak and Ale restaurant at NW 64t" Avenue and Commercial Boulevard had been submitted and was being processed for permitting. Mr. Cernech also announced that BSO was partnering with the AARP to hold a Driver safety class for persons age 55 and older at the BSO main headquarters at 2601 West Broward Boulevard on Wednesday, May 4t" between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. He noted that the program cost was $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-AARP members. He also noted that the City Clerk's Office had recently collaborated with a number of City departments to legally destroy or scan 315 cubic feet of City records, resulting in appreciable long-term cost savings. He also noted that the City of Tamarac had recently participated in a surveillance call with Fitch Ratings. After the call, R.B. Fitch affirmed the City's existing ratings of AA for $1.6 million of general obligation debt; AA- for $14.2 million of Capital Improvement Bonds; AA- for $5.06 million sales tax revenue bonds. Mr. Cernech stated that the City's bond ratings of AA and AA- were very strong and significant indicators of the City's positive financial status. Mr. Cernech said that Chief Kendrick of the City's Fire Department had recently completed his "Go Team" training in Washington, DC and was now an official member of this prestigious and vital group. Mr. Cernech noted that Chief Kendrick would be attending the National Mutual Aid meeting in St. Louis along with FEMA regional managers. He also noted that Tamarac Fire Rescue was partnering with North Lauderdale in conducting live fire training at the Coral Springs Fire Academy this month and the Tamarac Fire Rescue Department provided mutual aid to Coral Springs and Parkland in extinguishing a major fire at a recycling facility in Parkland between April 16t" and 181n Mr. Cernech reported that the City's summer camp program was very popular and a waiting list had been established for persons interested in potentially enrolling in this activity. He also said that interested persons were welcome to attend a special evening of dinner, dancing and games for mothers on Saturday, May 7tn, between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. at Tamarac Park, with a fee of $10.00 per couple and $5.00 for each additional family member. Mr. Cernech also noted that interested persons were welcome to attend the "Concert on the Green" event on Friday, May 13t" between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. at Colony West Country Club, featuring the country and western sounds of "Shadow Creek". He said that admission to the concert was free and food and beverages would be available for purchase. He noted that over 800 Page 4 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING April 27, 2011 persons had attended the City's annual Spring Fest event at Tamarac Sportsplex this past Saturday. Finally he noted that Social Services Supervisor Rose Cure had worked with BSO staff to assist a disabled veteran in correcting some code -related violations through the volunteer resources of BSO's Community Justice Diversion Program. 5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: No individuals signed up for public participation. 6. CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Dressler moved, seconded by Vice Mayor Gomez, to approve the consent agenda as presented. The motion was adopted unanimously (5-0). a. APPROVAL OF THE APRIL 13, 2011 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES: APPROVED b. TR12013 - DECLARE FIRE APPARATUS AS SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZE DISPOSITION: A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, declaring certain equipment as surplus and directing that equipment be disposed via sale through established internet markets to be selected; placing all proceeds into the appropriate funds from which the assets were originally purchased; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. RESOLUTION R-2010-42 c. TR12015 - REVISION OF SCHEDULE OF PERMIT FEES FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, revising the current Engineering Division, Public Works Department, schedule of permit fees for construction projects within the City of Tamarac; repealing Resolution No. R- 2007-82; providing for conflict; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. RESOLUTION R-2010-43 7. REGULAR AGENDA: There were no Regular Agenda items scheduled for this meeting. 8. ORDINANCE(S) — FIRST READING: a. TO2222 - AMENDING ORDINANCE 2010-20 FY 2011 BUDGET Motion to adopt an Ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida, on first reading Amending Ordinance 2010-20, which adopted the City of Tamarac operating budget, revenues and expenditures, the capital budget, and the financial policies for the Fiscal Year 2011, by increasing the total revenues and expenditures by a total of $34,985,784 as detailed in Exhibit A attached hereto; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for an effective date. Assistant City Attorney Klahr read the title of TO2222 into the record of the meeting. Commissioner Dressler moved, seconded by Commissioner Glasser, to approve TO2222 on first reading. The motion was approved unanimously (5-0). PASSED ON FIRST READING APRIL 27, 2010 Page 5 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING April 27, 2011 9. PUBLIC HEARING(S): There were no Public Hearing items scheduled for this morning's meeting. 10. ORDINANCE(S) — SECOND READINGS: There were no Ordinance(s) — Second Readings items scheduled for this morning's meeting. 11. QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING(S): There were no Quasi -Judicial Hearing(s) items scheduled for this morning's meeting. 12. OTHER ITEMS: There were no other Items scheduled for this morning's meeting. There being no other business to come before the City Commission, Mayor Bushnell adjourned the regular meeting of the City Commission at 9:56 a.m. PA.01L c L_ Pamela Bushnell, Mayor `�. Oy ::•:ryyq 61. ST AB��SH�p ; o r �7 190 ;oly• SEAS ' r�0- D covN�y`\�`` Page 6 of 6 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING April 27, 2011 1 1 1